ASKINA HEEL

Askina Heel is a nonadhesive, hydrocellular, conformed heel dressing that is sterile and consists of a high-absorbency polyurethane foam in contact with the wound and an outer layer consisting of a polyurethane film that is vapor permeable and resistant to water and bacteria.

The choice of the elements of the two layers allows for:
- Protection of the lesion from shear forces
- Reduction of pressure exerted from the outside
- Protection of both malleoli
- Optimal exudate management
- Evaporation of excess moisture
- Free gas permeability between the lesion and the external environment
- Impermeability to liquids and bacteria
- Easy removal to check the condition of the lesion

Askina Heel is indicated for the management of moderately to heavily exuding, partial to full-thickness heel lesions such as:
- Stage I to IV pressure ulcers
- Surgical incisions
- Grade I and II burns Bilaminar structure:
1) Layer in contact with the lesion :
Hydrophilic absorbent structure consisting of polyurethane foam . The special microalveolar structure, ensures a high absorption capacity and a high ability to retain exudate even under compression. Absorption of exudate occurs in the vertical direction so that it does not remain on the wound bed. This also reduces, the possible extent of lateral absorption, toward the edges of the lesion, so as to minimize the risk of maceration of the perilesional skin. This avoids, in this way, that the dressing, although having a high absorption capacity, tends to return the absorbed liquid when it is subjected to pressure "sponge effect." Polyurethane foam has a significant thickness that provides high protection of the wound bed. In addition, the special structure of the polyurethane foam layer prevents any proliferation of granulation tissue within it, making removal of the dressing painless and atraumatic and promoting proper healing of the wound bed.

2) Outer layer.
Polyurethane film that is impermeable to liquids and bacteria and gas-permeable. The dressing has a special foam tape that facilitates its placement and keeps it in place. After applying the dressing, the special polyurethane foam tape is positioned by two Velcro supports, adjusting the level of tension. The dressing can be easily removed to check the condition of the wound. In case the use of a secondary dressing is preferred, Askina Heel can be placed without resorting to the use of the fixing tape. The absence of an adhesive border, ensures full respect for the perilesional skin and in particular the malleolar skin. The large contact surface area of the dressing, allows effective protection of both malleoli.